Cataract Gorge Cruise: Enjoy Historical Kings Wharf and Launceston's Riverfront Precinct
4.8
10 Ratings
Launceston
Embark on a captivating Cataract Gorge Cruise and explore Launceston's riverfront precinct. Cruise past historical Kings Wharf and enjoy the stunning views of the sheer cliffs in the Cataract Gorge. Discover the rich history of this fascinating area with the skipper's engaging commentary.
Duration:
50 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cataract Gorge - Includes captivating commentary. Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston’s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890’s style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area
What's Included
- Live Commentary on the area’s history
Additional Information
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston’s delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston’s spectacular Cataract Gorge, as we engage the Lady Launceston’s unique silent electric drive. View the sheer cliffs from the comfortable seats, appreciate the unobstructed views on the multi award winning 1890’s style vessel and enjoy the skippers captivating commentary on the history of this fascinating area
Location
Tamar River Cruises
Home Point Parade
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(10 Ratings)
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Esther_t
Mar 15, 2024
Wonderful cruise - Capt Josh was so enthusiastic about his job he gave us lots of information, history and funny stories about the Tamar River. Enjoyed this experience.
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Jodie_b
Feb 19, 2024
A relaxing 50 minutes - This was a lovely relaxing and informative little cruise around the Tamar. The captain was so friendly and welcoming and he had all the answers to our questions.
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Laurapk9541id
Sep 17, 2023
The best way to see Cataract Gorge - A fantastic way to see Cataract Gorge. All staff at Tamar River cruises were so kind and generous and the skipper was friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Highly recommend.
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Andrea_a
May 23, 2023
Serene on the Tamar - The absolutely beautiful scenery, so serene going through the Gorge. A lovely boat and a very knowledgeable captain.
I found this very relaxing and a nice way to spend an hour on the Tamar.
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Margaret_r
Mar 5, 2022
Great history tour... - Great history tour everyone should do this cruise. Also thoroughly relaxing..Thank you we really enjoyed it..
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Paul_batista1
Feb 23, 2022
Nice informative afternoon. - We spent an hour cruising the river and gorge with Alister the skipper. He was very good and full of great information. Nice arvo out.
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Devilbabi
May 5, 2021
Excellent cruise for the fam <3 - Brillant Cruise! The boat was neat and tidy, the host was very knowlegable and the food and beer was yummy! Brillant cruise in the warm summer sun, loved it!
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Baileysam21
Oct 28, 2019
Great, peaceful trip down the river - Loved the cruise down the river to the gorge. Beautiful scenery. Chris our boat captain was very knowledgeable and friendly. Booking and service was awesome. 10/1
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Leanne_w
Jan 17, 2023
Relaxing - Enjoyed cruise and very relaxing 😎 Bit tour information interesting. Went right up past the MarinA the back up Tamar River.
Saw rocks & one face pictured In rocks.
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Greg_m
Oct 10, 2022
Rocks - The size of the rocks at the gorge. Plus that the convince were the ones that put the steel frame’s up on the rock faced by hand.
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